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Texas Mechanic's Lien Warning Requirements for Contractors

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Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. Verify current deadlines with your state's contractor board or a construction attorney before relying on any figure here.
Key Deadlines

Texas Lien Law at a Glance

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Lien Filing Deadline
By the 15th of the 3rd month following last furnishing (for original contractors). For subs/suppliers: by the 15th of the 4th month following the month of last furnishing.
from last day of month in which last labor/materials furnished
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Preliminary Notice
Required
2nd month following each month in which labor/materials furnished (subs/suppliers)
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Notice to Owner
Required
Monthly notices required: served by the 15th of each month, for work done in the 2nd preceding month. Serve on owner, GC, and lender.
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Who Can File
Contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, laborers
⚠️ Preliminary Notice Required

Texas's Preliminary Notice Requirement

Texas has one of the most complex lien notice systems in the US. Subcontractors and suppliers must serve monthly notices by the 15th of each month following unpaid work. Missing even one monthly notice can limit lien rights for that month's work.

Deadline: 2nd month following each month in which labor/materials furnished (subs/suppliers)
Commercial vs Residential

Does the Property Type Change Your Deadline?

Texas has different notice and filing deadlines for residential homestead properties vs. commercial properties. Residential homestead rules are stricter. Verify with an attorney for residential homestead jobs.

Common Mistakes

What Contractors Get Wrong in Texas

1
Missing monthly pre-lien notices — Texas's system requires ongoing notice for each month of unpaid work
2
Confusing residential homestead vs. commercial deadlines
3
Missing the lien filing deadline (15th of 3rd or 4th month depending on claimant type)

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